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Industry “partly responsible for inaccurate insurance applications”
Millions of people in the UK are putting their homes at risk because of inaccurate declarations when applying for insurance, according to Avantia, provider of the online platform for non-standard household insurance.
Aviva hands out emergency payments for Cornwall floods
Claims experts and loss adjusters have begun visiting homes and businesses affected by the floods in Cornwall, according to Aviva
Rabobank and Eureko unveil new operating agreement
Rabobank and Achmea's parent company, Eureko, have announced plans to are to "intensify" their commercial alliance.
Rabobank and Eureko unveil new operating agreement
Rabobank and Achmea's parent company, Eureko, have announced plans to are to "intensify" their commercial alliance.
Russian government more focused on insurance and reinsurance
Insurance professionals have gathered at Willis to hear about the latest developments in Russian insurance law, at a seminar co-hosted by Clyde & Co as part of Russian Law Week.
Russian government more focused on insurance and reinsurance
Insurance professionals have gathered at Willis to hear about the latest developments in Russian insurance law, at a seminar co-hosted by Clyde & Co as part of Russian Law Week.
ABI’s good practice guidance clearer for consumers buying online
The Association of British Insurers has said that its good practice guidance launched at the beginning of the year is making it easier and clearer for consumers to compare and buy general insurance products, such as motor and household insurance online.
French insurance group extends product range
La Médicale, a Crédit Agricole Assurances subsidiary and long-standing partner to the healthcare sector, has extended its project range with the launch of La Médicale Immo.
Jelf appoints new non-exec
Jelf has appointed Grahame Stott to the role of non-executive director, effective 1 December 2010.
Cumbria “better prepared” following £276m floods
Communities and businesses in Cumbria have taken steps to better prepare for floods following the events of last year, research from the Environment Agency has revealed.
Howden strengthens Mexican ties
Howden has signed a formal co-operation agreement with Financial Lines Advisory Group (Flag) to support the expansion of its specialist products throughout Latin America.
PwC sells Rok to Mansell Construction
Rok administrator PricewaterhouseCoopers has sold parts of the construction and social house building division of the company to Mansell Construction Services.
Coface returns to positive growth
Coface has reported a return to positive growth in turnover over nine months at +1.9% at current structure, and at +0.6% at constant structure and exchange rates.
Coface returns to positive growth
Coface has reported a return to positive growth in turnover over nine months at +1.9% at current structure, and at +0.6% at constant structure and exchange rates.
Law Commission gains “strong support” for damages proposals
The Law Commission has revealed that its proposals to modify current insurance contract law on damages has been well received by the industry.
Underwriting Service Awards 2010 - QBE scoops team of the year
Over 200 underwriters packed into the Grange City hotel in London last night for the inaugural Underwriting Service Awards from Post, rewarding excellence and achievement in general insurance underwriting.
Chaucer targets £21m in aggregator business in 2011
Chaucer has today announced plans to ramp up its direct personal lines offering in order to "optimise the underwriting return within the parameters of our given risk appetite".
Software firm launches London claims system
Claims management software firm Fineos Corporation has confirmed the launch of an ‘out of the box’ claims management system specifically designed in consultation with the market.
Evolution launches Iphone app for brokers
Evolution Underwriting has launched a service that allows brokers to manage customers, policies and quotations via their Iphones.
QBE to acquire Ren Re for $275m
QBE is to acquire the US insurance operations of Renaissance Re.
UK motor and energy rate rises boosts Chaucer's fortunes
Chaucer intends to grow its UK motor and energy portfolios next year as part of its plan to increase its income net of brokerage by 10% to £785.8 m.
UK motor and energy rate rises boosts Chaucer's fortunes
Chaucer intends to grow its UK motor and energy portfolios next year as part of its plan to increase its income net of brokerage by 10% to £785.8 m.
Russell Group launches FI portfolio management system
Russell Group has unveiled a new portfolio management system for financial institution risks.
Allianz names new market management chief
Allianz has appointed Brian Kirwan as regional head of market management and communication.